Islam Said and the Diwani style
We wanted to go back a little to the written language and, after talking to you about music, we went to interview one of the greatest promises of Arabic calligraphy…
“Arabpop” curated by Chiara Comito and Silvia Moresi
Arabpop is a magnificent anthology that fully explores post Arab Spring pop culture, resulting in an essential text for those who want to approach the contemporary Arab world Arabpop: art…
“Tahrir” by Imma Vitelli
"Tahrir" by Imma Vitelli was one of the first books concerning the Arab Springs of 2011 and, many years later, it is fundamental for understanding that historical moment Tahrir: the…
The 5 most beautiful books written in Arabic according to Banipal
On November 25, one of the most anticipated rankings ever for lovers of Arabic literature was released: the list of the 100 best books written according to Banipal. Banipal Banipal…
Sharmoofers, OutKast of Egypt
The Sharmoofers are a band that in recent years has been able to make its way in Egypt with more and more strength and spirit of initiative. An overwhelming rhythm…
“A Well-Trained Stray ” by Muhammad Aladdin
Muhammad Aladdin's "A Well-Trained Stray " is a novel comparable to "Gli sdraiati" by Michele Serra, a new way of looking at the Egyptian youth, authors of the Tahrir riots.…
Umm Kulthum,”The Star of the Orient”
The story of a true legend of Arab and world music, a woman capable of fully identifying with her people. Not a singer but a storyteller, a music that existed…
“Chicago” by ‘Ala al Aswani
Let's go back to talking about 'Ala al Aswani, one of our absolute favorite writers and true successor of Nagib Mahfuz in telling about Egypt. In this novel, however, the…
Cairokee, the greatest band of Egypt
After talking to you about JadaL we couldn't continue talking about music except with Cairokee, the other great rock band in the Arab world. Cairokee The band was born in…
The 5 best books read in 2020 (and 5 honorable mentions)
The 5 most beautiful and significant titles read this year and 5 honorable mentions Preamble The list is not in order of pleasantness but in chronological order, except for the…
